How To Fix APB_FPM_CONF116 - Main step details are not supplied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APB_FPM_CONF -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Main step details are not supplied

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF116 - Main step details are not supplied ?

  The SAP error message APB_FPM_CONF116 indicates that the main step details are not supplied in the context of a FPM (Floorplan Manager) application. This error typically arises when there is a configuration issue in the FPM application or when the necessary parameters for the main step are not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The main step details required for the FPM application are not configured correctly in the application configuration.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters that define the main step might be missing or incorrectly specified in the FPM configuration.
  Application Logic Issues: There may be issues in the application logic that prevent the main step from being recognized or processed correctly.
  Transport Issues: If the application was transported from one system to another, some configurations might not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check FPM Configuration:
  
  Go to the FPM configuration in the SAP system (transaction code FPM or FPM_CONF).
  Ensure that the main step is defined correctly and that all required parameters are provided.
  
  
  
  Review Application Logic:
  
  Check the application logic to ensure that it is correctly handling the main step.
  Look for any custom code that might be interfering with the normal processing of the main step.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the application to see where the error is occurring and why the main step details are not being supplied.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects and configurations were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for FPM applications to ensure that you are following the correct configuration steps.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  FPM Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the Floorplan Manager documentation to understand how to configure and troubleshoot FPM applications.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.